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Description

We are committed to the development of our workforce. This position is only available to applicants who already work for Ñý¾«¶¯Âþ. We thank you for your interest in our roles and would encourage you to review our vacancies which are open to all.

This role has a starting salary of £30,647 per annum for 36 hours per week.

We are excited to be hiring two new Social Care Assistants to join our fantastic Guildford Locality team based in Guildford.

We are a varied and vibrant team that empowers individuals to specialise in their areas of interest. For those who prefer variety, there are opportunities to move between sub-teams and build a broad range of specialist knowledge. As a forward-thinking and motivational group, we embrace diversity and champion multi-agency, collaborative working—an ambition that continues to grow as we create opportunities for both our team members and the people we support. We value choice and flexibility, not only for our customers but also for our colleagues, including the option of hybrid working.

These are permanent full-time opportunities, however part-time applications will also be considered.

Our Offer to You

• 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service
• Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
• A generous local government salary related pension
• Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year
• Paternity, adoption and dependents leave
• An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
• Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
• Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping
• A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents

About the Role

Guildford Locality Team is one of the largest Locality Teams in Ñý¾«¶¯Âþ. We are supportive, skilled, and creative. We value a strong work ethic, honesty, reliability, and the ability to apply and document thorough assessments and reviews based on your expertise. This ensures we provide a service we can all be proud of and share our knowledge and skills.

As a Social Care Assistant, you will assist qualified practitioners with a variety of tasks, including assessing people's needs and carrying out regular reviews. You will often be the first point of contact between the public and the service, gathering initial information and identifying the need for further assessment, as well as signposting people to other services.

You will work in partnership with individuals, their carers, professional staff in other agencies, and service providers to support vulnerable adults and their families to identify and arrange services that meet their needs and promote independence, choice and control.

Social Care Assistants hold a caseload of individuals and carers who will generally have a support plan in place that requires routine monitoring. You will enjoy working with people and have experience of direct work with the public as part of paid or voluntary work, although you may have limited or no experience of visiting people in their own homes or care settings.

You may work with any combination, or all, of the following care groups: older people, people with physical, sensory, cognitive impairments, people with a learning disability, people with mental health problems.

Your Application

In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours:

• Understanding of Adult Social Care needs and any experience you may have in this area
• Ability to manage a caseload efficiently, regularly monitoring support plans for individuals and carers
• Experience of working directly with the public on the phone or in-person
• Ability to build effective relationships with various stakeholders, colleagues, and the public
• Good IT skills with a willingness to learn a variety of software systems

To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 3 questions: 

1. Looking at our advert, and considering the Council's commitment to ensuring that "no one is left behind", please tell us what it is about the role that has motivated you to apply?
2. Please tell us about the relevant experience or transferable skills you have that you can bring to this role?
3. What three qualities do you have that would make you a good Social Care Assistant and how do these qualities support Ñý¾«¶¯Âþ's culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and adaptability?

Ñý¾«¶¯Âþ has both urban and rural areas and locality based social care workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job.

Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description & to get an insight into working at Ñý¾«¶¯Âþ.

The job advert closes at 23:59 on 30/10/2025 with interviews to follow.

Contact Us

Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. Please contact Julie Williams or Ishita Narayan on 01483 517262.

We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit.

An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role.

Local Government Reorganisation (LGR)

Ñý¾«¶¯Âþ is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to new unitary councils in April 2027. Your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of these new councils, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities.

Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information here: Information for applicants on Local Government Reorganisation - Ñý¾«¶¯Âþ.

Our Commitment

We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview.

Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

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